Amazon and the Americas

Ten brightly illustrated books are ideal for supplementary use in social studies classes. Featuring Tintin, the popular cartoon character also seen on cable-TV's Nickelodeon, these books are entertaining enough to fit the reading-for-pleasure category. Tintin and his cartoon pals explore countries around the world, look in on local customs and cultures, while also learning geography. Cartoon art and photos throughout.Tintin visits the world's largest rain forest, encounters exotic animals, meets native peoples who maintain their primitive cultures.Noblet, Martine is the author of 'Amazon and the Americas' with ISBN 9780812091601 and ISBN 0812091604.